Nolan (then known as N. F.) Porter was an American Northern Soul singer whose hit, which we’re hearing now, would be the catalyst for Joy Division getting signed to a major label. While the band scrapped their attempt at covering the song, the guitar lick would serve as the foundation of their track, Interzone, as heard below:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgoBRn2HQDo

For more on the story between N.F. Porter and Joy Division, check out this post by OpinEars.